39 And he cleanseth his mind that he may not be condemned by men as well as by God. (T12) 40 And in like manner the works of Beliar are twofold, and there is no singleness in them. (T12) 41 Therefore, my children, I tell you, flee the malice of Beliar; for he giveth a sword to them that obey him. (T12)
Testament of Benjamin 1:39–41
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